Thursday, July 28, 2011

Philly Superintendent on her way out?

EdWeek reports that it appears that the superintendent of Philadelphia's public schools, Arlene Ackerman, may be on her way out.
With Philadelphia superintendent Arlene Ackerman facing a potential cheating scandal, a $629 million budget deficit, and evidence of contracts being steered toward unqualified companies, lawmakers in the city are reportedly trying to negotiate her departure.
Unfortunately, it may cost the district $1.5 million. (Not that keeping her in office is a bargain.)
Yes, there's a Broad Academy connection: she was Superintendent in residence before she came to Philly, and she is a past member of their board.

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